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gamjajeon korean cheese potato pancakes

Korean Cheese Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon)

Caroline Sciberras
Korean Cheese Potato Pancakes (Gamjajeon) combine the comforting flavors of potatoes with gooey melted cheese. Dunk them in dipping sauce and savor every bite!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack/Main Dish
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4 people
Calories 184 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g (14oz) russet potatoes peeled and grated. They can also be mashed providing a smoother result but a less jeon (Korean pancake) look.
  • ¼ cup cornstarch - 1/4 cup / 34g cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 large green onions finely chopped
  • 1 cup (120g )mozzarella (or cheddar or pecorino cheese) grated. I try to stick with mozzarella usually used in corn dogs.

Instructions
 

  • Combine the grated potatoes, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and chopped green onions in a large bowl. Leave a little green onions to garnish later.
  • Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Add the grated cheese and combine. If you mash the potatoes you can shape them into balls and add the cheese at the very center.
  • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil.
  • Scoop a spoonful of the potato mixture onto the pan and spread it out into a round pancake shape.
  • Repeat to make more pancakes, leaving enough space between each pancake.
  • Cook the pancakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheese on top of each pancake while they are still in the pan. Let the cheese melt for a minute or two.
  • Transfer the pancakes to a serving plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter and cheese.
  • Serve the Gamjajeon warm and enjoy the crispy exterior with the melty cheese interior. Garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or russet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
  • Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes before mixing them with other ingredients. This will help achieve crispier pancakes.
  • Mash the potatoes instead of grating them to make them round and smooth.
Keyword cheese pancakes, gamjajeon, korean pancakes, potato pancakes